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6 Things AutoCAD Command Line Can Do for You (Infographics)

October 10, 2017 by Edwin Prakoso 1 Comment

AutoCAD Command Line is the most important feature in AutoCAD. Veteran users can use two hands (one on the keyboard and the other using mouse) and draw very quickly. It is faster than relying on the GUI only.

The new users probably using GUI more than older users like me. They prefer the Ribbon and use the Command Line less. 

In this post, you can see 6 things AutoCAD Command Line can do to make your life easier. You don’t have to use them all, but at least you know it can be done. If you think it’s good, use it. But if you don’t like it, leave it.

Create a custom AutoCAD secondary command to work faster

September 30, 2015 by Edwin Prakoso 10 Comments

Do you need to change a setting when working with AutoCAD command? Why not create a secondary command so you can work faster!

Why AutoCAD activates wrong command when using command line

January 27, 2014 by Edwin Prakoso 8 Comments

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Does your AutoCAD activates wrong command when you type too fast in command line? Here is the fix.

What’s New in AutoCAD 2014: The Interface (1)

April 2, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso 1 Comment

Curious to see AutoCAD 2014 new features? Here is the first article. We talk about interface enhancements, specifically in command line.

AutoCAD File Dialog Box is Missing

June 8, 2009 by Edwin Prakoso 3 Comments

When you try to save or open an AutoCAD drawing, you don’t see the file dialog box. Only commands on command line or dynamic input. What is wrong?

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How to: Update AutoCAD Block in Multiple Files using Script

We continue using ScriptPro in this article. This time we will update block definition using a script. We also use AutoCAD Core Console for the much faster process!

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